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Dickens Heath, Cheswick Green & Hockley Heath

About

Dickens Heath, Cheswick Green, and Hockley Heath are residential areas in Solihull, each with distinct characteristics. Dickens Heath is a modern village with a mix of housing, shops, and community facilities, designed with a traditional village aesthetic. Cheswick Green is a smaller, quieter settlement with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes, surrounded by green spaces. Hockley Heath, further south, has a more rural feel, with historic buildings and easy access to the Warwickshire countryside.

The area benefits from good transport links, including the M42 and A34, providing connections to Birmingham and Solihull town centre. Local amenities include schools, parks, and leisure facilities, catering to families and commuters. The nearby Stratford-upon-Avon Canal runs through Hockley Heath, offering walking and cycling routes. While Dickens Heath has a more planned, suburban feel, Hockley Heath retains a traditional village atmosphere, making the area appealing for different lifestyles.

Area overview

On average Dickens Heath, Cheswick Green & Hockley Heath has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 68 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Dickens Heath, Cheswick Green & Hockley Heath is £58,900 per year. There are 5 schools in Dickens Heath, Cheswick Green & Hockley Heath: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
68
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
6.6%
Connectivity
N/A
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